Administrative Specialist (Interim)

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet • Madisonville, KY

5d • $20

About The Position

The mission of the Kentucky Energy & Environment Cabinet (EEC) is to improve the quality of life for all Kentuckians by protecting our land, air, and water resources by utilizing our natural resources in an environmentally conscientious manner. We do this by helping families connect with nature and preserving the Commonwealth’s natural heritage; and by supporting innovative, resilient, and sustainable energy solutions that together bring economic benefit to the commonwealth.

This is an Interim position. An Interim position means a position established to address a one-time or recurring need of less than nine (9) months duration and exempt from the classified service under KRS 18A.115.

If you are looking for a positive work environment and a career where you can make a difference in the environment we live in, then EEC is the cabinet for you. For more information on what our cabinet has to offer, check out our YouTube page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSuC43XqlHchYeQ66tP7tg and our Careers page https://eec.ky.gov/Pages/careers.aspx

By joining the Division of Forestry's Madisonville Branch as an Interim Administrative Specialist in Hopkins County, you will have the opportunity to provide administrative support to branch programs and projects; process the branch's cash receipts, bill payments, and purchase orders; maintain branch documentation, reports, and digital communications; and provide oversight for the administration of the branch's time reporting and operating budget. During your assigned duties, you will interact on a daily/weekly basis with both personnel and management of the Madisonville Branch, as well as personnel from the division's other branches and program staff.

Holders of the Interim Administrative Specialist position will complete tasks such as:
Reviews, interprets, and applies policies as they apply to various forestry programs and develops procedures.
Assesses and monitors branch’s budget, needs, records, and reports and makes associated recommendations.
Prepares memos regarding fire suppression, law enforcement, and forest stewardship information.
Maintains and enters branch vehicle tracking records, maintenance, and other information.
Serves as dispatcher as requested, and performs other fire-related office support duties as may become necessary.
Desired candidates possess the following requisite skills or experience applicable to the position:
Ability to work independently
Effective communication, organization, and documentation skills
Proficient knowledge and use of information technology
EEC provides opportunities for development and upward movement. There is room to grow your skill set as you build your career. Come join our team and make an impact in the future of Kentucky. We look forward to reviewing your application.

EEC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. EEC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that EEC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://dhs.gov/e-verify

Requirements

• Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
• One year of professional, administrative, or business experience.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work independently
• Effective communication, organization, and documentation skills
• Proficient knowledge and use of information technology

Responsibilities

• Reviews, interprets, and applies policies as they apply to various forestry programs and develops procedures.
• Assesses and monitors branch’s budget, needs, records, and reports and makes associated recommendations.
• Prepares memos regarding fire suppression, law enforcement, and forest stewardship information.
• Maintains and enters branch vehicle tracking records, maintenance, and other information.
• Serves as dispatcher as requested, and performs other fire-related office support duties as may become necessary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level